Glucosamine Sulfate
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(60 Capsules, 750mg)
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Prices as of
05/16/07.
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Protecting The Lining Of Your Joints
Glucosamine is known as a chondroprotective agent. Chondroprotective agents are natural compounds the body produces to maintain cartilage and promote healthy joint function. Chondroprotective agents work by:
- Supporting and enhancing anabolic chondrocyte synthesis.
- Supporting or enhancing the synthesis of synovial fluid, which is required to lubricate the joint.
- Inhibiting free radical enzymes that may degrade joint cartilage.
- Promoting improved circulation in blood vessels leading to the joint.
CHONDRO-PROTECTIVE AGENT NUMBER ONE
Glucosamine
Glucosamine is used extensively in Europe to promote flexible joints as numerous published studies document glucosamine's ability to function as a chondroprotective agent. Glucosamine provides the raw material needed support chondrocytes, the key structural components of cartilage. In nine European studies, the oral administration of glucosamine produced major benefits for joint stiffness, tenderness and swelling. Improvements in joint function and overall physical performance were noted in these studies compared to placebo. The studies also show that glucosamine takes 4-10 weeks to produce noticeable results.
CHONDRO-PROTECTIVE AGENT NUMBER TWO
The Chondroitin Sulfates
Chondroitin sulfate plays a role in the structural components of joint cartilage. The FDA has ruled, however, that, since each chondroitin sulfate molecule is different than all other molecules, which makes it impossible to produce a precisely standardized product, it cannot be approved as a therapy. Nevertheless, research studies have provided much useful data on the safety and effectiveness of chrondroitin sulfate. Chondroitin sulfates inhibit free radicals that may degrade joint cartilage and collagen, while supporting blood circulation to joints to enable antioxidants and glucosamine to enter inflamed joints to support joint health and flexibility.
Source: The Life Extension Foundation.
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